Crime & Safety

Suspicious Vehicle, Loose Beagle, Possible Scam

Excerpts from the Reading Police Department log.

Tuesday, Jan. 13

At 4:33 a.m., a tree branch was reported down in the area of South and West streets.

At 6:28 a.m., a suspicious vehicle was reported to be parked outside a residence on James Road.

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At 12:01 p.m., a caller reported a vehicle was hit while parked at Market Basket.

At 12:59 p.m., possible attempted larceny was reported.

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At 8:42 p.m., a loose beagle was reported to be running on Timberneck Drive.

At 9:49 p.m., a caller expressed concern about a male party possibly being scammed.

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